by Lawrence Furbish, York County Beekeeper
My first exposure to beekeeping came in the early 1950s when my dad kept bees on land we owned down behind the Country Club in Sanford. I was too young to help him, but I remember several things: his bee veil, long canvas gloves that came up to his elbows, and the smoker. I also remember him getting called when a package of bees he had ordered … [Read more...]

Swarm Season in Maine for Honeybees

Do you have bees you need removed?

Have no fear. Our Honey Bee Swarm Removal Team can help ASAP, or direct you to the right person in your area. (please note that we do not remove hornets nest, bumble bees, wasps or other stinging insects – just honeybees.)

Where to Get Equipment & Bees

Members of the Maine State Beekeepers Association are indicated with a bee icon … [Read More...]